Probe Operator, Grains

Company : CHS Inc.

Location : Mankato, MN, 56001

Posted Date : 1 November 2025

Job Details

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Ag Retail group. We are looking for a Probe Operator for our soybean facility. The Probe Operator is responsible for being in direct contact with customers and handling documents of incoming and outgoing products. You must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, be detail oriented, and have a continuous improvement mindset. You must be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule of 14 days/nights per month, which includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Weigh and grade grain in all inbound and outbound trucks using computer and manual tools for measurement.
Provide a high level of customer service by addressing customers in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner.
Answer telephone promptly and direct calls as needed.
Operate mechanical or automated probe equipment to extract soybean samples from truck trailers.
Visually inspect and evaluate samples for moisture content, foreign material, damage, and other quality indicators.
Record and report sample results accurately using digital or paper logs.
Communicate with truck drivers regarding sample results and unloading instructions.
Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure consistent application of grading standards Maintain a clean work area.
Assist other personnel as needed.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations

Additional Qualifications

High School diploma or GED preferred
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.